Objective To optimize a non-destructive detection model for predicting Vaccinium spp. sugar content using hyperspectral imaging technology. Methods The L25 variety of blueberries from Dandong was selected as the subject, and hyperspectral imaging technology was acquired in the wavelength range of 900-1700 nm. The average spectrum of the region of interest was calculated as the raw data. The 3 kinds of preprocessing methods, including multiple scatter correction (MSC), standard normal variate (SNV) and Savitzky-Golay (SG), were applied to improve the spectral data quality. Non-destructive sugar content prediction models were established using partial least squares regression (PLSR), back propagation neural network (BPNN), and support vector regression (SVR) based on the full-wavelength data after preprocessing. Results The experimental results demonstrated that the PLSR model, with MSC and SNV preprocessing, exhibited the best performance, achieving root mean square error of prediction (RMSEP) values of 0.3586 and 0.3599, respectively. Conclusion This study provides an optimized non-destructive detection model for Vaccinium spp. sugar content, offering effective technical support for rapid and accurate sugar content prediction with significant practical potential.

Objective To optimize the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of proanthocyanidins from Polygonum aviculare by response surface method, to obtain the best extraction conditions. Methods The main factors affecting the extraction amount were investigated through single-factor experiments. Based on the results of the single-factor experiments, the Box-Behnken design and response surface methodology were used to optimize the single factors, including the volume fraction of ethanol, ultrasonic time, and solid-liquid ratio, which had an impact on the extraction amount of proanthocyanidins from Polygonum aviculare. The optimal extraction process conditions were obtained. Results The optimized results of the optimal process conditions for ultrasonic-assisted extraction of proanthocyanidins from Polygonum aviculare were as follows: The ultrasonic time was 34 min, the volume fraction of ethanol was 65%, and the solid-liquid ratio was 1:46 (g:mL). Under these process conditions, the final extraction amount of proanthocyanidins reached 2.18%, which was consistent with the model validation value of 2.12%. Conclusion This study shows that the process condition parameters optimized by the response surface methodology are effective and feasible. The response surface methodology is successfully applied to optimize the extraction parameters of ultrasonic-assisted extraction of proanthocyanidins from Polygonum aviculare, providing a research basis for the later promotion and application of proanthocyanidins from Polygonum aviculare.

Objective To analyze the contamination levels of deoxynivalenol (DON) and its derivatives in various cereals and their products and assess the dietary exposure risks. Methods A total of 435 commercially available grain samples of various types were collected from 2021 to 2023. The samples were extracted with acetonitrile-water (84:16, V:V), purified by the 226 purification column, and analyzed by ultra performance liquid chromatography coupled with triple quadrupole mass spectrometry. Quantification was performed using the isotope internal standard method. The dietary exposure risk of DON for residents was assessed based on adult dietary consumption levels.Results Among the 435 samples, the detection rate of DON was the highest, reaching 90.6%. The average detection value of DON in dried noodle samples was the highest, reaching 244.8 μg/kg. The dietary exposure amounts of DON were different for residents of different genders. The acute and chronic dietary exposure risks of DON in pasta products such as dried noodles and wheat flour for adult males were higher than those for adult females. The chronic exposure risk of DON caused by dried noodles was higher than that of other food categories; however, the acute exposure risk of DON to adult males and females caused by wheat flour were 8.84 μg/(kg·bw) and 8.34 μg/(kg·bw). Conclusion The detection rate of DON is the highest among different grain foods. Meanwhile, the concentration of DON in wheat flour poses a relatively high acute exposure risk to adult men and women. The contamination situation of DON shouldall be highly emphasized, in particular, attention shall be paid to the acute exposure risk of wheat flour to residents, which provides a reference for the risk assessment of DON in grains and subsequent research.

Objective To establish a method for the determination of pentachlorophenol residues in various animal derived foods by ultra performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. Methods Triethylamine acetonitrile water extraction and mixed anion exchange column purification were used, and detected by ultra performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometer. This article had discussed in detail the key control points such as extraction, purification, nitrogen blowing, filtration, chromatographic-mass spectrometric separation, analysis, and qualitative and quantitative determination. The improved method optimized the proportion of extraction solvents and removed the nitrogen blowing and concentration process. Eventually, a determination method applicable to the residual amounts of pentachlorophenolic acid in muscles (pork, beef, mutton, chicken), livers (pig liver, beef liver, sheep liver, chicken liver), kidneys (pig kidney, beef kidney, sheep kidney, chicken kidney), fish, shrimp, crabs, shellfish, poultry eggs (chicken eggs, duck eggs, goose eggs, quail eggs), milk and milk powder was established. Results The pentachlorophenol were linear in the range of 0.2-8.0 ng/mL with correlation coefficients (r²) higher than 0.99. The limits of detection (S/N≥3) were 0.3 µg/kg, and the limits of quantitation (S/N≥10) were 1.0 µg/kg. The recovery rates of different matrices at LOQ, 2LOQ and 10LOQ spiked levels were all between 64.5% and 119.0%, with intra and inter assay relative standard deviation (RSD) less than 15%. Conclusion The method is simple to operate, highly accurate, and has good applicability, which can meet the detection of pentachlorophenol residues in different animal derived foods.

Objective To develop a solid beverage with Polygonatum sibiricum-Lycium barbarum as the main raw materials. Methods Using polysaccharides as the indicator, the total polysaccharides were extracted using the ultrasonic method. The extraction process of Polygonatum sibiricum and Lycium barbarum was determined through single-factor and orthogonal tests. The extract was concentrated, and the extract powder was obtained using wet granulation and drying. The appearance and quality of the granules were assessed as the evaluation indicator, and the effects of different amounts of main raw materials and excipients on the granule characteristics were studied through single-factor and orthogonal tests. Excipients such as sucrose powder, DL-malic acid and β-cyclodextrin were added. Using sensory evaluation as the indicator, the optimal formulation for Polygonatum sibiricum-Lycium barbarum solid beverage was determined through single-factor and orthogonal tests, ultimately obtaining the optimal preparation process. Results The optimal extraction conditions were as follows: Took Polygonatum sibiricum and Lycium barbarum medicinal materials 70 g with the ratio of 4:1 (m:m), then added 80 ℃ purified water. With an extraction time of 30 minutes, a liquid-to-material ratio of 30:1 (V:m), and an ultrasonic power of 250 W. The extract was concentrated to a thick paste, each 1 mL of which was equivalent to 1 g of the crude drug. The 70 mL extract paste was taken, and 15 mL of 95% ethanol and 250 g of maltodextrin were added. The mixture was granulated using the wet granulation method, and the granules were dried at 60 ℃ for 4 hours, 20 g extract particles were taken. The final extract granules were mixed with 0.2% DL-malic acid, 5 g (25%) sucrose powder, and 0.06% β-cyclodextrin, then divided and packed into 12 bags, each containing 25 g. Under this preparation process, the validation test was conducted. The average extraction rate of polysaccharides was 10.633%, with a relative standard deviation (RSD) of 0.235%. The average score for granule evaluation was 87.200, with an RSD of 0.344%. The average score for sensory evaluation was 86.133, with an RSD of 0.408%. Conclusion The entire preparation process demonstrates high repeatability and excellent stability. The solid beverage prepared by this process, when brewed, exhibits a uniform color, a sweet and sour taste, and a refreshing aroma of Polygonatum sibiricum and Lycium barbarum. It is a highly nutritious functional product.

Objective To compare the physicochemical properties of Tibetan pea starch, mung bean starch, and poplar-wheat starch. Methods The amylose content, granule morphology, particle size distribution, crystalline structure, pasting properties, digestibility and thermodynamic properties of the 3 types of starch were studied. Results The amylose content in pea starch was significantly lower than that in mung bean starch and poplar-wheat starch; pea starch and poplar-wheat starch granules were mainly oval and kidney-shaped, while mung bean starch granules were mainly disc-shaped and ellipsoidal. The average particle size of pea starch was significantly different compared to the other 2 types of starch, and the relative crystallinity of the 3 types of starch types showed no significant differences; pea and mung bean starches had typical C-type crystalline structures, while poplar-wheat starch had an A-type crystalline structure. Mung bean starch had a stronger water-binding capacity, and the starch paste became more viscous after absorbing water and swelling, while pea starch and poplar-wheat starch had better thermal paste stability, with stronger heat resistance and shear resistance in high-temperature environments. Pea starch was more prone to gelation and aging, while poplar-wheat starch was less prone to aging. Poplar-wheat starch had a later pasting time, while pea starch had the earliest pasting time. Pea starch had the highest content of rapidly digestible starch and slowly digestible starch, while poplar-wheat starch had the highest content of resistant starch. Pea starch and poplar-wheat starch were easier to gelatinize than mung bean starch, which was less prone to gelatinization. Conclusion Tibetan pea starch and poplar-wheat starch are similar as granule shape and thermal paste stability, and most of their physicochemical properties are similar as those of mung bean starch.

Objective To establish a method for simultaneous determination of 5 kinds of heavy metals [lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), mercury (Hg), copper (Cu)] and harmful elements in longan lour by inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), and to evaluate the safety of longan lour. Methods Microwave digestion-ICP-MS was used to determine 5 kinds of heavy metals and harmful elements in longan lour, single factor pollution index method and Nemero comprehensive pollution index method were used for pollution assessment, the health risk assessment was carried out according to 4 steps: Hazard identification, hazard characterization, exposure assessment and risk characterization. Results The 5 kinds of elements had a good linear relationship (r>0.999) within a certain content range, the recovery rates were 97.5%-106.8%, and relative standard deviations were 0.11%-2.52%, indicating that the method was accurate and reliable. According to the heavy metal and harmful element limit standards for medicinal materials and decoction pieces in the Pharmacopoeia of the People’s Republic of China (2020 edition), longan lour from one producing region exceeded the Pb limit, with a non-compliance rate of 5%. Safety evaluation studies revealed that samples from 3 producing regions were contaminated with heavy metals and harmful elements to varying degrees, while those from the remaining 17 regions were safe. Health risk assessment studies indicated that Pb and As exposure from longan lour in a small number of producing regions might pose certain non-carcinogenic health risks to humans, warranting attention. Conclusion The model established in this study effectively assesses the health risks of heavy metals and harmful elements in longan lour, providing reference data for formulating limit standards for heavy metals in longan lour and offering a scientific basis for establishing a safety evaluation system for this medicinal material.

Objective To understand the pollution level of pesticide residues in vegetables sold in Tibet. Methods In August 2024, 50 vegetable samples (eggplant, celery, lettuce, cucumber, broccoli) were randomly collected from 5 cities in the Tibet Autonomous Region. The 43 kinds of pesticide residues were detected by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry, and a risk assessment dietary exposure was conducted. Results The detection rate of pesticides in 50 vegetable samples was 6.05%, with a total of 14 kinds of pesticides detected, with the highest detection rate being enoxymorpholine. The pesticide exceedance rate in 50 vegetable samples was 0.326%, and a total of 3 kinds of exceedance pesticides were detected, with the highest exceedance rate being avermectin. Pesticide residues had been detected in 5 cities, with the exception of Naqu City, the other 4 cities had exceeded the standard. The chronic ingestion risk values of pesticides detected in 5 kinds of vegetables were: Eggplant (0.001-0.023 mg/kg), celery (0.006-3.665 mg/kg), lettuce (0.001-0.697 mg/kg), cucumber (0.001-0.188 mg/kg) and broccoli (0.002-0.463 mg/kg). Conclusion Different levels of pesticide residues can still be detected in 50 vegetables sold in Tibet, but the residue level is low; the chronic intake risk values of 5 kinds of vegetables are all far below 100%, and the health risks of residents ingesting pesticide residues in vegetables through dietary pathways are within an acceptable range.

Sulforaphane and sulforaphene, as 2 kinds of naturally occurring bioactive compounds belonging to the same class of isothiocyanates, are widely distributed in cruciferous plants. They not only exhibit highly similar structural characteristics but also share multiple biological activities, including anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-obesity effects. In recent years, groundbreaking research has been conducted on their metabolic regulatory mechanisms. Initially, the conversion mechanisms of their glucosinolate precursors within plants are elucidated, followed by a systematic investigation of their in vivo metabolic pathways, bioavailability and pharmacokinetic properties. Moreover, organ and tissue distribution studies have facilitated the construction of their metabolic maps. Notably, while sulforaphane has garnered increasing scientific attention, its structurally similar counterpart, sulforaphene, has yet to attract comparable research interest. Currently, there remains a significant gap in the systematic metabolic studies of isothiocyanate compounds within the domestic academic community, particularly concerning comprehensive reviews on metabolic pathways and key biomarkers. This study integrated cutting-edge international research and systematically delineated the metabolic regulatory networks of sulforaphane and sulforaphene. By providing theoretical support for dietary development and clinical translation, it also proposes innovative research strategies to address the research bottlenecks of sulforaphene, aiming to drive breakthrough advancements in this field.

Objective To optimize the formulation of Dendrobium officinale compound beverage and investigate its immunomodulatory effects. Methods Single-factor experiments were first conducted to explore the effects of concentrated juices from Dendrobium officinale, Polygonatum sibiricum, Astragalus membranaceus, mulberry and wolfberry on the sensory quality of the compound beverage. Subsequently, orthogonal tests were employed to optimize the formulation and determine the optimal recipe. The immunomodulatory effects were further studied using a zebrafish model. Results The optimal ingredient ratio for the Dendrobium officinale compound beverage was determined as follows: 70% Dendrobium officinale concentrated juice, 1% Polygonatum sibiricum concentrated juice, 1% Astragalus membranaceus concentrated juice, 10% mulberry concentrated juice and 5% wolfberry concentrated juice. The beverage prepared with this formulation achieved the highest sensory score. Different concentrations of the compound beverage (7.81, 15.60 and 31.20 μL/mL) significantly increased neutrophil levels in the zebrafish tail and upregulated the relative gene expression of interleukin-12 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha. Conclusion The Dendrobium officinale compound beverage exhibits a deep brown color, uniform appearance, pleasant flavor and excellent taste, demonstrating significant immune-enhancing effects.